speedo not working nc35

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littlebigman
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speedo not working nc35

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I'm pretty sure its not the cable.Any ideas what it could be guys?
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Re: speedo not working nc35

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Check the nylon cup on the end of the speedo drive gearbox. Sometimes they get damaged and don't engage the sprocket bolt.
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I don't see a nylon cup when I take the cable out the drive.Just metal piece which the cable slots over.
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Post by vic-vtrvfr »

You need to unbolt the speedo drive from the front sprocket cover. Theres a nylon fitting there that tends to break - sometimes a sign that your speedo drive itself is a bit stiff and needs lubrication
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Seems to be trying to work moving a little then dying again.
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Nylon cup looks okay and when I spin it the speedo needle moves a little.What do I lubricate and with what?
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the cable with spray grease(but not the top 4 inchs by speedo)or wd40,and the end with the same or normal hmp grease.
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On closer inspection the nylon cup does look rounded off.Got a new one and fitting tomorrow.

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